The Novelist (2008)
The Päätalo film tells the story of Kalle Päätalo, a carpenter and master builder, and his burning desire to become a writer, as well as the long road that led to the creation of Päätalo's first novel. Too much hard work, too little love in his marriage, and too little self-confidence prevent Kalle Päätalo from realizing his lifelong dream of becoming a writer. Until he finds new love.
Director: Hannu Kahakorpi
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 108 min
Release Date: September 26, 2008
Cast
- Kai Lehtinen - Kalle Päätalo
- Nina Jääskeläinen - Laina Päätalo
- Antti Virmavirta - Ilmari Vouvila
- Pirjo Leppänen - Riitu Päätalo
- Eero Schroderus - Hermanni Päätalo
- Kari Hietalahti - Sonni Moilanen
- Ahti Jokinen - Kummun Kalle
- Susanna Anteroinen - Leena
- Mira Kivilä - Salli Lisäkäs
- Janne Virtanen - Ville Repo
Screenplay
- Kalle Päätalo (Novel)
- Elina Halttunen (Screenplay)
Music: Pessi Levanto
Cinematography: Jarkko T. Laine
Editing: Benjamin Mercer
Production: MRP Matila Röhr Productions
Country: Finland
Language: suomi
Budget: $2M
Original Language: fi
Keywords
based on novel or book
More Films by Director: Hannu Kahakorpi
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Novelist about?
- The Päätalo film tells the story of Kalle Päätalo, a carpenter and master builder, and his burning desire to become a writer, as well as the long road that led to the creation of Päätalo's first novel. Too much hard work, too little love in his marriage, and too little self-confidence prevent Kalle Päätalo from realizing his lifelong dream of becoming a writer. Until he finds new love.
- Who directed The Novelist?
- The Novelist was directed by Hannu Kahakorpi.
- Who stars in The Novelist?
- The Novelist stars Kai Lehtinen, Nina Jääskeläinen, Antti Virmavirta, Pirjo Leppänen, Eero Schroderus, Kari Hietalahti.
- How long is The Novelist?
- The Novelist has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).
- What genre is The Novelist?
- The Novelist is a Drama, Romance film.
- What is the budget of The Novelist?
- The Novelist had a budget of $2M.
- Where was The Novelist produced?
- The Novelist was produced in Finland.